Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School serves the northwest part of Spring Hill, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 75.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the school's edges and the furthest boundary being 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2182 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School is ranked #2182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School?
568 students attend Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School part of?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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